Oven Roasted Tomatoes with Garlic and Anchovies

Elevate your next meal with these irresistibly savory Oven Roasted Tomatoes with Garlic and Anchovies. This simple yet flavorful recipe combines sweet, caramelized cherry tomatoes with the bold, umami punch of anchovies, aromatic garlic, and fresh thyme. Drizzled with olive oil and roasted to perfection, these tomatoes develop rich, concentrated flavors that make them a versatile addition to any dish. Whether served as a topping for crusty bread, tossed into pasta, or featured on an antipasti platter, this recipe is the perfect blend of ease and sophistication. Ready in under an hour, it’s a must-try for fans of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Cherry tomatoes
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 6 Anchovy fillets
• 60 ml Olive oil
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Place them cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves, then scatter them evenly over the tomatoes.

Step 4

Chop the anchovy fillets into small pieces and distribute them over the tomatoes. If desired, you can place larger pieces directly onto the tomato halves for a stronger flavor.

Step 5

Drizzle the olive oil generously over the tomatoes, ensuring they’re well coated.

Step 6

Strip the thyme leaves from the sprigs and sprinkle them over the tomatoes. Alternatively, you can place whole sprigs on top for a more rustic presentation.

Step 7

Season the tomatoes with salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes for a bit of heat.

Step 8

Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and roast for 35-40 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened, caramelized around the edges, and slightly shriveled.

Step 9

Remove the roasted tomatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature as a topping for crusty bread, mixed into pasta, or as part of a salad or antipasti platter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(757.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	879.5

Total Fat 69.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 60.0mg	0%
Sodium 7456.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 41.5g	0%

Vitamin D 480.0IU	0%
Calcium 469.0mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 1840.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.2%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 11.3%